This weekend, one month ends and a new one begins: June! As you transition into the next month, you won’t have to worry about finding something interesting to do around town. With the help of these June 2019 events in Auburn and Opelika, you can make the month memorable for everyone.
Touch-a-Truck, June 1
- What: Kids love trucks! Take yours to this free event to see an array of vehicles, like dump trucks and even race cars.
- Where: Downtown Opelika, South Railroad Ave.
- When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Burger Wars, June 1
- What: In the battle to make the best burger, everyone wins. Whether you want to compete or sample the tasty competition, it’s time to head on over to Burger Wars.
- Where: Downtown Opelika, North Railroad Ave.
- When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Website: Click here
SummerNight Downtown Art Walk, June 7
- What: Art, parades, and even a culinary contest—you’ll have plenty to see and do downtown. This fest is free, too!
- Where: Downtown Auburn, 100 N College St.
- When: 6 to 10 p.m.
- Website: Click here
O Grows Farmers Market, June 4, 11, 18, and 25
- What: There’s nothing like farm-grown, fresh produce. You can find that and more at the O Grows Farmers Market. As one of the recurring June 2019 events in Auburn and Opelika, it takes place each Tuesday.
- Where: O Grows Farmers Market, 1103 Glenn St., Opelika
- When: 3 to 6 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Family Discovery Hike, June 11
- What: Take a walk in nature with your family. Explore Auburn and its natural beauty at Kreher Preserve and Nature Center. This month’s free hike is berry-themed. Learn more about these interesting—and sometimes inedible—fruits throughout the hike.
- Where: Kreher Preserve & Nature Center, 2222 N College St., Auburn
- When: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Palettes & Plants: Watercolor Workshop, June 20
- What: Auburn is home to beautiful plants. Now, you can learn about them—and even turn them into art, too. The class costs $60 per person. It will include the supplies and teaching to make three different watercolor paintings. Make sure you sign up online!
- Where: Kreher Preserve & Nature Center, 2222 N College St., Auburn
- When: 6 to 8 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Day in Clay, June 22
- What: Create cool pottery and art and explore the studio at this fun open house. Children and adults alike can craft art from clay for just $10 a person. Food will be available too!
- Where: Dean Road Recreation Center, 307 S Dean Road, Auburn
- When: 1 to 4 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Auburn Food and Wine Festival, June 22
- What: Enjoy a night of food, wine, and fundraising. At this event, the proceeds will go to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County. Get your tickets now! General admission costs $105 per person, while a food-only ticket is $55.
- Where: Twenty-One Acres, 5505 Wire Road, Auburn
- When: 5 to 9 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Leon Majcen & Bryan Elijah Smith Concert, June 27
- What: For a memorable night of singer-songwriter fare, head on over to The Sound Wall. There, you can listen to the stylings of Leon Majcen and Bryan Elijah Smith. Buy your tickets before they sell out!30
- Where: The Sound Wall, 605 Ave. B, Opelika
- When: 7 to 10 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Friday Night Splash, June 28
- What: Summer days are hot, but at night? You can stay cool in the pool at the Friday Night Splash. With food, games, and of course swimming, it will be an evening to remember. Entrance costs $2 per person and is free for Splash Pass members.
- Where: Samford Pool, 328 E Samford Ave., Auburn
- When: 6 to 8 p.m.
- Website: Click here
Summer has just begun. With all these June 2019 events in Auburn and Opelika to choose from, you’re in for a lot of fun, too. Whether you want to make Auburn or Opelika your home or you want to sell, Ryan Roberts is here to help. To get started, fill out our contact form here. Hoping to keep up with local events and listings? Visit our blog here.